Harsh Punishments – Why They Don’t Work

In the heat of the moment it can be very tempting to punish our children severely. We may even feel justified in doing so. But is it effective? This article will look at the reasons why punishments don't work and some implications for Christian parents.

Intentional Misbehaviors: “I Don’t Care!”

What do you do when your child doesn't seem to care? Addressing a hard heart is an important task for all Christian parents. Here we will identify some examples of intentional misbehaviors, what God has to say about hard hearts and what you can do to effectively address them.

Helping Children Understand the Importance of the Heart

Parenting a child's heart rather than just his behavior is the call of every Christian parent. Here we explore a fun activity you can do with your kids to help them understand the concept that outward behavior reflects inward attitudes.

Using the Circle of Blessing with Kids

This tool is a Christian parent's best friend. With it, you will be able to clearly communicate to your children what their behavior reveals about their heart and what they need to do to enjoy the blessings that come from obedience. Free printable included!

A Soft Heart is a Teachable Heart

What is a "teachable moment"? How can I spot them and capitalize on them? Here we will explore how you can know when the ground of your child's heart is fertile for planting seeds of truth as well as a few examples of what you can do and use during these "teachable moments."

Warning Children of the Consequences of Misbehavior

When our children disobey, bad things happen. Communicating this truth in times of calm along with the specific consequences that misbehavior brings is one way we can teach our children that a state of obedience is the best place to be.

Teaching Children the Blessings of Obedience

It is our job to help them see that obedience is more attractive than disobedience. Here are some suggestions on how to talk to children about the blessings that come from obeying Mom and Dad.

Should I Make My Child Apologize?

Do you force your children to apologize? Is it really anything more than mere words? Here we will explore ways to get to the real issue at hand: true repentance.

Should I Apologize to My Children?

Apologizing to our children is necessary but often difficult. Learn how you can apologize and model repentance to your children, no matter what age they are.